Bengaluru: Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has warned of issuing a notice to Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga. Shivakumar has accused the MLA of violating party discipline by publicly commenting on the change of the Chief Minister’s position. Channagiri MLA Basavaraju Shivaganga, while speaking in Davanagere on Saturday (August 16, 2025), stated that DK Shivakumar would become the next Chief Minister of Karnataka after December. read also:25-Year-Olds in Mumbai and Bengaluru Have Never Had More Power: Sam Altman’s Bold Vision on Nikhil Kamath’s Podcast

This statement has sparked intense discussions in the state’s political circles and is being considered a breach of Congress party discipline. DK Shivakumar, condemning the statement, said, "Despite several warnings, Shivaganga has continued to speak about the Chief Minister’s position. This is a violation of party discipline, and a notice will be issued to him." He clarified that MLAs had previously been strictly instructed to stay within the party framework and avoid making statements that create confusion. Shivaganga’s remarks have further intensified internal disputes within the Congress. Speculations about a power-sharing agreement between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar have been rife in the state. read also:Rahul Gandhi Launches 'Voter Empowerment Yatra' in Bihar to Address Electoral Issues..!

Following the 2023 Assembly elections, there was fierce competition between Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah for the Chief Minister’s post, after which Shivakumar was appointed Deputy Chief Minister. Shivaganga’s statement has added another dimension to these speculations. Shivaganga Basavaraju is known as a close aide of DK Shivakumar. Having won the Channagiri constituency in the 2023 Assembly elections with Shivakumar’s support, he had also taken his oath as an MLA in Shivakumar’s name, which had previously stirred controversy.read also:25-Year-Olds in Mumbai and Bengaluru Have Never Had More Power: Sam Altman’s Bold Vision on Nikhil Kamath’s Podcast

Recently, in December 2024, Shivaganga wrote to Shivakumar requesting the replacement of Davanagere district in-charge minister SS Mallikarjun, alleging that Mallikarjun had a political understanding with the BJP. He claimed that this was affecting the unity and organizational strength of the Congress party. DK Shivakumar has instructed MLAs to adhere to party discipline, emphasizing, "No one should speak about the CM’s position.read also:Three Individuals, Including Ramamurthynagar Station Inspector Rajshekhar, Caught in Lokayukta Trap

MLAs must stay within the party framework and avoid statements that create confusion." Previously, Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna was dropped from the cabinet for similar remarks, serving as a warning to other MLAs. Shivaganga Basavaraju’s statement has shed light on the internal political dynamics of the Congress. Under Shivakumar’s leadership, the party is attempting to maintain unity by enforcing disciplinary measures. The issuance of this notice clearly reflects Shivakumar’s intent to control internal disputes. In the coming days, this issue is likely to remain a focal point of discussion in political circles.NOBERO Men's Cotton Solid Regular Fit Polo Shirt